This regional assessment provides a cross-country snapshot of the constraints and opportunities women face in access to energy jobs in the Middle East and North Africa region.
International experience in this field demonstrates that reforming energy subsidies requires a comprehensive approach that draws on a clear understanding of economic, financial, social, and political factors, all of which can have an…
In our recent report, Cash Transfers in the Context of Energy Subsidy Reform: Insights from Recent Experience, we reviewed recent approaches to using cash transfers to mitigate the effects of energy subsidy reforms on affected households.…
Countries in Europe and Central Asia have undertaken a wide range of energy sector reforms since the 1990s; however, progress across the region has been slow and uneven. Countries in this region experience long and cold winters. This makes…
The Need for a Framework
Reforming subsidies can be a complex and politically unpopular process. Many countries embarking on energy subsidy reform have seen their efforts fail and reforms undone. ESMAP created ESRAF to draw from these…
Harnessing the Power of the SunSolar is the most abundant renewable energy resource in many developing countries. A combination of competitive costs and accessible technology can make the deployment of solar technologies a game-changer in…